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December 2007/January 2008
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What’s on the plate in 2008...
Well, if it’s the plate of Atlantic City development we’re talking about, you couldn’t get
anymore on it if you tried. “Piled high” is a term we would use to describe the state of
developmental affairs in Atlantic City for 2008. Very high. Of course, there’s a lot of other
stuff that goes on in Atlantic City that could be piled into mountains, but that's a story for
another day. This issue is all about what’s ahead developmentally in the city that’s
always turned on, and Publisher Dan Klein, kicks it off as usual on page 6. Jack
Diamond, our lovable CasinoInsider, tackles casino development for 2008 beginning
on page 34. Included in his list of openings in 2008 is, of course, the much anticipated
Water Club Hotel & Spa at Borgata. Notice we didn’t include the term casino in the
title. That’s because there isn’t one as the newest, most luxurious addition to the
Borgata “bang” will operate as an entirely separate entity, but with all of Borgata’s
amenities, including, of course, its casino. The “piece de resistance” for the project is
the indoor pool on the 28th floor that goes right to the outside glass wall. Talk about your
proverbial “view To Die For.” Over at Boardwalk Hall it’s one big show after another
starting with Hannah Montana and Milley Cyrus on January 5th, to Celine Dion on
September 20th. Mixed in between are R. Kelly, Van Halen, Keith Urban and Carrie
Underwood, Dancing With the Stars, and The Mummer's “Show of Shows”... Of
course, this entire issue is devoted to everything that is worth doing today, tomorrow,
next week, next month as well as months down the road.
Cover Credits: • The Holtzman Group / Cover Design • The Holtzman Group / Finish & Pre-Press
On the Cover:
It’s a veritable
“Plateful” of stuff going on in 2008
here in Southern New Jersey, and
it’s our job to bring it to you. As
Usual, we gladly comply. The cover
of this issue of Dan Klein's South
Jersey Insider Magazine, SJI for
short, features a collage of people,
places and things which will impact
2008.
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Atlantic County Events - November 2002
Atlantic County, NJ Remembers the September 11th Tragedy...
The citizens of Atlantic County, NJ, came out in force and packed the Atlantic City Sandcastle Stadium, home of the Atlantic City Surf Professional Baseball Team, on Wednesday September 11th, 2002, to pay homage to our American brothers and sisters, and their families, whose lives were lost and tragically affected by the sneak attack perpetrated upon our shores by the cowards of Al Quaeda.
In addition to paying tribute to the victims of September 11th, the event was a celebration of American spirit, courage and conviction. Background photo shows a packed to the brim Sandcastle Stadium. Photo #1 shows Atlantic City Surf General Manager, Mario Perucci, walking in Police, Fire, EMT, Coast Guard, and Public Officials to their positions on the infield. In photo 2, a NJ State Trooper's address to the audience was both compelling and inspirational. Photos 3 & 4 show "The Homeland Security Caravan" arriving from the Shore Mall in Egg Harbor Township. The motorcade consisted of Police, Fire, EMT, Home Security, County Officials, and Atlantic County residents. It stretched for over a mile and covered half the county en route to the Sandcastle. Photo 5 shows the Miss America Contestants, who were on hand to sing and pay tribute. There were times, as shown in photo 6, that, even during the solemn services and rememberance that folks were smiling and beaming just for being an American. It was a proud day for Atlantic County. Mr. & Mrs. John Burke of Ventnor, NJ stop for terrific photo 7 en route to the event. NJ State Senator Bill Gormley delivers a rousing and emotional tribute to the victims and their families in photo 8. Barbara Altman dones an umbrella to sheild from the hot September sun as she broadcasts the event live on News Talk 1400 AM WOND. Photo 10 shows Atlantic City Policeman Steve Palmiero standing at the ready. Like the man in photo 11, the afternoon was wrapped in the American Flag. It was a day of humble rememberance of the fragility of life, the cold reality of the suddeness of loss, and the temperance, will and determination to press on...
GOD BLESS AMERICA!
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Atlantic County Events - November 2002
ATLANTIC COUNTY
November Entertainment & Events
Art Shows / Concerts / Music Events | bowling | business briefs | casinotes | comedy | conventions | education | equestrian / pet shows | family/festivals | hot happenings | movies | museums | nature | restaurant news | sports (pro)
Art Shows / Concerts / Music Events
ATLANTIC CITY
- 1st - 25th - Atlantic City Art Center November Exhibitions - Paintings by Robert Threadgill, Mel Greifinger, and Zoya Nur., Located at the Boardwalk and New Jersey Avenue. For more information call 347-5837, or visit them on line at www.aclink.org/acartcenter
- 29th - January 27th - Atlantic City Art Center December/January Exhibitions - Historic Atlantic City, Robert Ruffolo Collection and Membership Exhibition - "Art Without A Safety Net." Located at the Boardwalk and New Jersey Avenue. For more informatiobn call 347-5837, or visit them online at www.aclink.org/acartcenter
- Through Fall 2002 - Atlantic City Historic Museum Tribute to Legendary Jazz Drummer Chris Columbo - An exhibit of legendary jazz drummer Chris Columbo memorabilia is on display at the Atlantic City Historic Museum, located on Atlantic City's Boardwalk Garden Pier. The collection features various items on loan from his family, and the show's curator, Atlantic City Historian & Museum board member, Sid Trusty. Columbo, who passed away on July 5th at the age of 100, first appeared at the "Torch Club" in Atlantic City. He recorded with such music greats as Duke Ellington, Count Basie & Louis Jordan among others. Atlantic Historical Museum is located at Garden Pier, Boardwalk and New Jersey Avenues. For more information call 347-5839.
- Open Year Round - Atlantic City Historic Museum at the The Al Gold Photography Gallery - "Starshine: There's No Business Like Show Business in Atlantic City" - A spectacular ride through the pages of Atlantic City's famed past through the camera lens of Atlantic City's most famous photographer and archivist, Al Gold. The Atlantic City Historical Museum is open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. Admission and parking are free. Located on Garden Pier, New Jersey Avenue and the Boardwalk. For more information call 347-5839.
- Open Year Round - Ocean Life Center - Open 7 days - year round - This maritime museum and exhibit has thrilled locals and visitors since it opened in May of 1999. Part of the revival at Historic Gardner's Basin, the Ocean Life Center celebrates and features ocean life found in the local waters of South Jersey. There are also many interactive exhibits for kids of all ages. For more information, call 348-2880.
MAYS LANDING
- 9th - Crashtown in Concert - This eight piece band is from the South Jersey area and plays a mixture of rock, country and folk. Atlantic Cape Community College, 5100 Black Horse Pike. Fpor more information call 399-5513, or visit them online at www.crashtown.net
POMONA - STOCKTON
www.stockton.pac.edu
- 10th - Bay-Atlantic Symphony
- 14th - Ballet National du Senegal Kuuyamba
- 16th - Theatreworks USA "The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe
- 16th - ArtsPower National Touring Theatre presents Patricia Reilly Giff's "Lily's Crossing
- 22nd - Sérgio and Odair Assad
SMITHVILLE
- 23rd - "Magic Of Christmas" dinner show featuring "The Jim Craine Trio." - Jim Craine's Smithville dinner shows have become "must go" events. The local entertainer has terrific pipes and takes the audience down memory lane. His repotroire runs the gamut of the last six decades, and this show will present all of your favorite Christmas songs. Evening features dinner and show at the award winning Smithville Inn. Delicious! Tickets are $40 per person (tax and tip included.) Call (609) 652-7777 for more information, or to make reservations.
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bowling
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP
- King Pin Lanes - 6622 Black Horse Pike (Rt 322) - Open 24 hours every day but Christmas. King Pin Lanes is really a complete recreation and entertainment complex. Here's the short version. State-Of-the-Art "Galactic" bowling center - featuring league, team and open bowling, plus special bowling programs for kids and schools. Full kitchen and sports tavern. Karaoke rules Thursday and Saturday nights in the lounge (inside line... go early). King Pin also features an indoor Skating facility. For more information call 641-5117.
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business briefs
ATLANTIC CITY
- New Flights From AC International Airport --The "Queen City" is about to connect with the "Queen of Resorts". Beginning October 1st, 2002, Delta airlines will launch new air service between their hub in Cincinnati, OH and Atlantic City, NJ. Comair, a "Delta Connection" carrier, will operate three round trip flights daily between the two cities. "This link will bring the non-stop action of America's Favorite Playground closer than ever to people of the Cincinnati area. It also will provide residents of the Southern New Jersey region the convenience of a wide selection of flights from Cincinnati to many other cities including Atlanta, Dallas/Fort Worth and Salt Lake City," according to Jim Crawford, Executive Director, South Jersey Transportation Authority. Special fares apply for travel from October 1, 2002 through January 31, 2003, with certain holiday restrictions. Tickets must be purchased by September 20, 2002. For more information, contact Delta Airlines at 1-800-221-1212 or visit www.delta.com.
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casinotes
ATLANTIC CITY
- 8th - 24th - "I Love Lucy 50th Anniversary Experience" at Showboat…This interactive exhibit celebrating the 50th anniversary of the "I Love Lucy" show will be in Showboat's Mississippi Pavilion, located on the 2nd floor. Exhibit hours are 12 noon to 8 PM daily. Admission is free. Showboat will also be debuting the "I Love Lucy" nickels slots in November.
- December 2nd - 19th - US Poker Championship at Trump Taj... The 2002 United States Poker Championship ante's up at Trump Taj Mahal Poker room in Atlantic City on December 2nd.
- Las Vegas PURE Oxygen avaiable in Atlantic City... Move over cappuccino... Oxygen is breathing life into a new trend of establishments. Las Vegas Pure Oxygen has opened in the Boardwalk Lobby of Resorts Atlantic City, marking the first "oxygen bar" in Atlantic City. The Oxygen Bar delivers 90 percent pure oxygen in a variety of aromas to its customers. Customers sit at a counter and inhale the oxygen as it is transmitted through a water unit. Each session lasts from 7 to 10 minutes. "The Oxygen bar experience combines pure oxygen with aromatherapy," says owner and entrepreneur Anthony Capetola. "After a session at the Oxygen Bar, people have reported feeling like they have more energy and are mentally refreshed." The Las Vegas PURE Oxygen Bar at Resorts will be open daily from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m. with facilities to accommodate up to eight people, simultaneously. For more information check out Resorts on line at www.resortsac.com
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comedy
ATLANTIC CITY
- Open Every Day - The Comedy Stop at the Trop (icana) - You'll be rolling in the aisles with laughter this fall as some of today's funniest comedians take center stage at the Comedy Stop at Tropicana Casino and Resort. Show times are: Sunday through Thursday at 9 pm and Friday and Saturday at 9pm and 11:15pm. Tickets are $17 for the Sunday through Friday shows and $20 for the Saturday shows. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the Tropicana Box Office, 1-800-526-2935, or by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-736-1420. Comedians subject to change. Friday and Saturday 11:15 pm shows are now the only smoking shows available.
- 4th - 10th - Scott Bruce, Tina Giorgi & Vinnie Favorito
- 11th - 17th - Kevin Knox, Levent & Andres Fernandez
- 18th - 24th - Christine Stedman, Jeff Pirrami & Don Gavin
- 25 Thru Dec 1st - Mitchell Walters, Billy Garan & Tim Walkoe
- Friday nights are "Locals' Night." - Two tickets for $16.00, and a free bag of popcorn with proof of Atlantic, Cape May, or Ocean County residence.
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conventions
ATLANTIC CITY
- 2nd - 3rd - The Glass Show
- 7th - 8th - NJ Education Association
- 15th - Association Of Schools & Agencies for the Handicapped
- 19th - 22nd - NJ Leaugue of Municipalities 87th Conference - The Keys To Success
- 22nd - NJ Association Of Community Providers
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education
- 15th - The AC National College Fair - Sponsored by the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) - The media information touts the opportunity to meet over 200 college representatives at the Atlantic City Convention Center at One Ocean Way. There will be workshops on financial aid, the college selection process and NCAA regulations. There will also be a workshop on sending your first child to college. Admission is free. For more information call 703-836-2222, or visit them on the web at www.nacac.com
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equestrian / pet shows
ATLANTIC CITY
- 16th - 17th - Southern New Jersey Bird Mart - Bird Mart - vendors, caged birds, parrots, supplies, activities for kids. Nationally known speakers. Toy-making workshop.
Atlantic City Armory, Route 30. For more information call 732-462-5862, or visit them online at www.parrotexpo.com
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family/festivals
SMITHVILLE
- 30th - Smithville's Hospitality Night - Walk the cobblestone paths, admire the decorated Village & quaint 60 Shoppes plus.. allow the Merchants to treat you special from 6 - 8 pm for their annual Hospitally Night. Historic Smithville Village Greene, Rt. 9 & Moss Mill Road. For more information call 748-6160, or visit them online at www.SmithvilleNJ.com
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hot happenings
ATLANTIC CITY
- Ripley's Believe It Or Not! - Open 7 days - year round - This marvelous museum of the weird, wacky, and wonderfully outrageous is constantly updating, adding, and discovering new and unusual items for its "World Renowned" exhibit. Currently an exhibit of Marlyn Monroe memorabilia is featured, in addition to the regular line-up of oddities. Ripley's is easily one of the most visited places in Atlantic City and the shore. Absolute fun for everyone. Groups, birthday parties always welcome. New York Avenue and the Boardwalk. For more information, call 347-2001.
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movies
VENTNOR
- Ventnor Movie Theatre - Watch out folks, the Ventnor Movie theatre has added Digital Technology Sound (DTS). This classic movie theatre features first run films and has never looked better. Recently refurbished and remodeled from tip to toe, the theatre is the only operating movie house on Absecon Island. "Jackass: The Movie," & "Abandon," are playing at press time, but check the movie hotline for new additions to schedule. Open Year Round o 7 Days a week, with rainy day matinees at 1pm. Early bird tickets just $4.50 before 6 pm. Children under 11, and seniors 62 and up, just $4.50 anytime. Adult regular ticket prices are just $7.00. 5211 Ventnor Avenue. For information call 487-5800.
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museums
ATLANTIC CITY
- Year Round - Atlantic City Absecon Island Lighthouse - This beautiful lighthouse has been completely restored to its former glory and then some! Tours of the lighthouse, souvenirs & food available. Fee for tour of tower. Located at 31 South Rhode Island Avenue - 449-1360.
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nature
MAYS LANDING
- Atlantic County Park at Estell Manor is an undisclosed gem (at least until now) right in the heart of South Jersey. Visitors to the Estell Manor Park may borrow bikes and helmets, volleyballs, softball equipment, soccer balls, horseshoes, jump ropes, frisbees, and tetherballs at the W.E. Fox Nature Center. An adult must be with any children borrowing equipment, and must present a valid driver's license. Children under 14 must wear helmets while riding bicycles as per New Jersey State law. The Atlantic County Division of Parks and Recreation also hosts nature walks, tours, and classes, and can coordinate group outings for groups of 10 to 60. Take advantage of one of the finest all-around parks in the state. 109 State Highway 50, Mays Landing - 645-5960.
OCEANVILLE
- Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - This tract of federal land is over 20,000 acres of wetlands and forest. It is located in the area of Oceanville, and partly in the Barnegat area. There is an eight-mile driving loop for nature observation, which can be walked or biked. There are also two short hiking trails, and a Visitor's Center. There is an entrance fee; please call 652-1665 for details. This is a good area to look for bald eagles, waterfowl, snow geese, and owls.
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restaurant news
ATLANTIC CITY
- 9th - Autumn Festival Wine Tasting Dinner - The famous Knife & Fork Inn in Atlantic City will be hosting a fabulous fall wine tasting dinner on November 9th at 7 Pm. The evening will feature German wines presented by the Honorable George D. Muller of the Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs Hunterdon/Princeton Chapter -- a European Culinary Society.
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sports (pro)
ATLANTIC CITY
- 1st - 30th - Boardwalk Bullies Hockey - The Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies are coming off a terrific first year start on the ice and with the hockey fans of South Jersey. The Bullies made a run at the championship last year, earning the Northaest Championship banner as consolation. Not enough for this years team which is looking to go all the way. For ticket plans call the Boardwalk Convention Center Box Office at (609) 348-7000.
November Schedule
(home games in bold)
- 1st - at Roanoke Express
- 2nd - Lexington Men O War
- 4th - Richmond Renegades
- 8th - Trenton Titans
- 9th - Dayton Bombers
- 10th - at Richmond Renegades
- 15th - at Reading Royals
- 20th - Reading Royals
- 21st - at Greensboro Generals
- 27th - Charlotte Checkers
- 29th - at Reading Royals
- 30th - at Trenton Titans
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